CONF 370: Internship Field Experience
CONF 370-K01: Internship Field Experience
(Fall 2023)
9900 Main Street
Section Information for Fall 2023
This course is created for more senior and mature students, on an individual basis, who can strictly follow a semi-independent schedule in consultation with the internship for credit manager (internship site manager) and professor. Internship for credit provides an opportunity for students to gain practical and professional experiences in conjunction with their academic development, and then reflect on those experiences, while applying the trinity of theory, research and practice in a real-world environment. Most of all, it shows your maturity to be a professional ambassador for George Mason University and the Carter School!
During the internship for credit, student(s) will learn about the functions of their assigned work site and programs. Additionally, students will work with a variety of people and successfully take on a variety of responsibilities, which could include working on conflicts or other social issues; conducting research and working on a potential funded projects. To be successful at the internship, student(s) will interact on a regular basis with the project manager. You will also fully document your work, experiences and interactions. You will follow all work-related guidance and perform the other functions as may be assigned. Although some if not all of the internship may be fulfilled remotely/online, there will be meetings throughout the semester.
Course Information from the University Catalog
Credits: 1-9
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
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